Bananas for Bridal Belts!

Belts and sashes are one of the best bridal styling accessories to ever hit the aisles! This simple and inexpensive addition to your gown can transform a look instantly. A beaded belt can create a glamorous and more formal look, just as a floral belt can soften a gown and enhance the romance of any dress. Sashes with pops of color not only look great in photos, but they can also can be used to help tie together all of the colors from the wedding party. There are limitless ways to practice this trend.

Here are just a few more suggestions and pictures on how celebrities and designers are showcasing bridal belts and sashes:

-Depending on how detailed your accessories are, leave the gown bare for the ceremony to call attention to your bridal bouquet, and as you are bustling your gown, add on the belt for the reception. Now you have two different looks!

-Feature a dark color on your belt to accentuate a tiny waist. Charcoal and smoky gray are HUGE right now, and are a softer alternative to black.

-Use a unique floral or textural belt to create a couture look of your very own.

-Create a vintage look by attaching a brooch to a thick, silk sash...here is a great place to incorporate your "something borrowed."

-Set your belt or sash aside before preserving your bridal gown, and wear it for each anniversary with a great top or dress.

Amazing Gown Arrival!

This IS the dress, people....Lazaro at his finest!!

When we saw this dress, I knew that I was willing to leave my husband of 10 years just for the opportunity to remarry in this gown. Only kidding. But seriously, this dress is literally unbelievable, and would complete the fairy tale wedding of any bride. This is a masterpiece of a wedding gown, and it has arrived at Serendipity.



The hand beaded bodice is heavily encrusted with fantastic embroidery and jewels over a sheer netting. The impeccable boning and structure is completed by a platinum silk satin ribbon at the natural waist. The skirt is a heavenly tufted organza a-line skirt that takes the textural trend to a new level.



Come to the salon to see this and other amazing new stock pieces!! New dresses and accessories are arriving each week!!

Highly Anticipated Marisa Trunk Show

Do you know of this elite bridal gown designer, but haven't been able to pull pictures out the magazines, or study the dresses online? What's the reason behind all of the secrecy? Well, this New York bridal designer covets their latest designs, and debuts them only to their customers in selective and prestigious salons. By not saturating the Internet or magazines with marketing and advertising, Marisa manages to offer jaw dropping bridal gowns at a surprisingly affordable price point. The dresses feature impeccable body conscious structure, luscious silk fabrics, and soft lace designs that flatter an array of body shapes and sizes. The designs are on point with the latest trends, but remain timeless with each season.




We are so excited to have the latest collection in the salon this weekend. This is not a trunk show that you can afford to miss ladies! Attend the show to personally experience the amazing textiles and silhouettes of Marisa this Friday and Saturday. Appointments are limited, so please reserve your private bridal room soon!

February 4-5
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Big Weekend!

Congratulations to all of the ladies joining us for this exciting Trunk Show weekend! It is official; we are booked, and even extending the hours to best accommodate our brides. We do have a waiting list for sudden scheduling changes, so if you are just now hearing about the Watters Trunk Show, call us, and we will do our best to get you an appointment with one of our professional consultants.

We are super excited to have one of Austin's most fabulous photographers join us for the show. Forever Photography has been featured several times in the highly coveted, "Style Me Pretty," "Southern Weddings," and "Grey Likes Weddings." Their artistic and creative approach to portraits and events have put them on the map not only in Austin, but Hawaii, Italy, Paris, and many other destination sites. Forever Photography is sought after for good reason. I cannot say enough great things about this photography team. They are truly beyond talented, and offer the calming assurance that every couple needs on their big day. Be sure to catch Jona and Jerry with Forever Photography on Friday and Saturday at Serendipity Bridal.

www.foreverphotographystudio.com

As if there are not enough reasons to come to Serendipity this weekend, we have yet another treat in store for our amazing brides......YUMMIES!!! These are not just any treats either, these sweets are the perfect finishing touch to an elegant shower, wedding, or any special event. These one of a kind creations, are as tasty as they are adorable. Michelle at Rise and Shine Bakery is an Austin jewel that has specialized in unique creations and delicious, decadent desserts for over 5 years. She is an amazing baker, and a pleasure to work with. Thanks Michelle for making this weekend even sweeter!! ;)

www.riseandshinebakery.com

See you at the show!!

WATTERS BRIDAL AND BRIDESMAIDS TRUNK SHOW!!

January 27-29

It's almost here, ladies....the trunk show that you have been waiting for...WATTERS!! This bridal collection is in one word, "amazing." Once again, this designer has given life to these dresses by creating amazing silhouettes and textural detail unlike any other. The fabrics are perfect for outdoor Austin venues, and the versatile price point is an added bonus to this unbelievable collection of gowns. Watters bridal has a price point of $2100 to over $3900. WTOO bridal ranges from $1100 to around $2500. Demand for this designer is high, and the hand-detailed work is tedious, so expect a 5-6 month turn around time for these anticipated gowns.

Be a good friend to your bridesmaids, and choose an ADORABLE, and affordable Watters or WTOO gown for them to wear on your big day. Please allow up to 3 months for these dresses to arrive, and leave the ordering details up to one of our consultants. We are here to help!

The trunk show will be your sneak peak into the most current line that this innovative designer has to offer, and brides will be offered a 15% disount to celebrate the occasion. We will showcase numerous gowns that have not been debuted yet in bridal salons, as well as some classic styles that are perfect for our awesome Austin brides. We will also have the Watters Vice President assisting with appointments to ensure that any special requests can be addressed immediately. The trunk show Friday and Saturday appointments are almost totally booked, so be sure to call and reserve your spot soon. Our consultants are super excited about these dresses, and as always, we want to give each bride the attention she deserves.

January 27-29 512.374.9492

Serendipity Designers at Golden Globes

Two of Serendipity’s top designers were main players once again at the celebrity filled Golden Globes on Sunday night.

Catherine Zeta-Jones was one of the many movie stars wearing Monique Lhullier. The emerald green dress was true to Monique’s aesthetic, showcasing the classic sweetheart neckline and a fairy tale, romantic pick up skirt. The dress draws attention to her great bust line, while cinching in her tiny waist. Catherine is a great example of the ultra feminine body type that looks so great in these gowns.



Mandy Moore was also wearing Monique Lhullier. Again, in pure Monique fashion, the dress is very flattering to her figure, and stays on point with the fashion forward look of the soft mermaid shape and draped netting overlay.



Another Serendipity Bridal designer was featured by several of Hollywood's "it" ladies. Romona Keveza has been a staple on the red carpet lately. Romona seems to have her own celebrity following, and there is no question why.

Mad Men's Christina Hendricks wore a stunning, one-shouldered Romona Keveza gown featuring an exaggerated ruffle, which was everywhere on the bridal runway in New York this season. These gowns are perfect for the sophisticated bride that is not afraid to leave a lasting impression.



Jennifer Love-Hewitt went for the classic, Hollywood look in her RK gown. The architectural neckline and waist cinching pearl beaded belt are depicted throughout Romona's collection this season. The fabrics are unlike any others. Her blush and ice blue versions of her wedding gowns are no less spectacular than the white, and photograph beautifully outdoors.



Julia Stiles also wore an eye catching, one-shouldered RK gown on Sunday night. The dress is impeccably tailored to her figure. The drama of the netting overlay is enhanced with the face-framing ruffle. Another example of how this New York designer is taking Hollywood by storm with her gowns.

Upcoming Trunk Shows

• January 14-15: Monique Lhuillier Bliss

• January 27-29: Watters
  

• February 4-5: Marisa

• March 3-5: Melissa Sweet

• April 28-30: Lazaro

• May 6-7: Jim Hjelm